Great job for a first timer!!! I only do HA or HQ so can't help you there. Usually really detailed work like the Santa and sleigh are tackled after more experience is gained and less detailed items are chosen for their quick efforts and inexperience hands, but you were brave in tackling difficult pieces for the first time. Everything should be easy from here on out for you! LOL! It just takes lots of practice. Charming piece!! :D :D